Urgent Veterinary Care
Urgent Veterinary Care is a general practice in Auburn, NY. Procedures include Overnight hospitalization, Quill removal, and Surgery.
About
Urgent Veterinary Care is a facility in Auburn, New York, providing urgent and emergency medical services for dogs and cats. The clinic is equipped to handle unexpected medical situations, offering in-house laboratory testing, imaging, and limited surgical procedures. Their medical team focuses on stabilizing pets and providing care for conditions that require immediate attention but may not necessitate a visit to a large 24-hour emergency hospital.
The practice serves the Central New York region and surrounding areas, operating with a focus on supporting pet owners when their regular veterinarian is unavailable. They utilize a triage-based system to prioritize patients based on the severity of their condition rather than a first-come, first-served basis. Clients are required to call ahead to receive a triage time before arriving to ensure the team can prepare for the pet's specific medical needs.
Surgical team
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Dr. Paula Ospina
She is a Cornell-trained veterinarian with advanced degrees from UC Davis who is committed to making urgent veterinary care more convenient and compassionate for pets and their families.
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Kelly
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Christine
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Erin
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Lisa
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Amanda
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Procedures
- Overnight hospitalization
- Quill removal
- Surgery
Equipment
- Imaging
- In-House Lab
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Frequently asked questions
- What types of pets does the clinic treat?
- The clinic specializes in urgent veterinary care for dogs and cats. While they do not routinely see other species, they can provide end-of-life care for certain other animals if necessary, and they encourage owners to call for more information regarding specific cases.
- Do I need an appointment to bring my pet in?
- The clinic does not offer traditional appointments. Instead, they require that all clients call ahead to receive a triage time. This process allows the medical team to assess the pet's condition, prepare for their arrival, and manage patient flow to ensure that critical cases receive immediate attention.
- What is the difference between urgent care and emergency care at this facility?
- Urgent care is intended for medical problems that need immediate attention but are not necessarily life-threatening, such as persistent vomiting, minor wounds, or ear infections. Emergency care is reserved for critical, life-threatening situations like severe trauma, uncontrolled bleeding, seizures, or difficulty breathing, which require immediate intervention.
- How does the triage process work?
- Triage is the process of evaluating a pet's condition to determine the urgency of their medical needs. Upon calling, staff perform a phone triage, followed by an in-person assessment upon arrival. This system ensures that pets with the most serious or life-threatening conditions are treated first, while stable patients may experience longer wait times.